A sightseeing cruise on the Seine is one of the easiest and most relaxing ways to see Paris. From the water, you’ll glide past world-famous landmarks — the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre-Dame, and countless elegant bridges. By day, you’ll enjoy open-air views of the city’s monuments; by night, everything sparkles with lights reflected on the river. Cruises usually last about an hour, making them a perfect activity to fit into any Paris itinerary.
Bateaux Parisiens
Departing from right by the Eiffel Tower, Bateaux Parisiens offers one of the most popular sightseeing cruises in Paris. With glass-covered boats and audio guides in multiple languages, you’ll enjoy clear views of monuments along the Seine.
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Bateaux Mouches
The classic Paris cruise company. Their large open-deck boats are perfect for daytime sightseeing, offering wide views of landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Notre-Dame. A lively, traditional way to see the city from the river.
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Batobus
More like a water bus than a guided cruise, Batobus lets you hop on and off at major stops along the Seine. It’s a flexible way to combine river views with sightseeing on land.
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Vedettes du Pont-Neuf
Leaving from Île de la Cité, the Vedettes du Pont Neuf cruises are shorter and straightforward. In about an hour, you’ll circle past Paris’s main monuments with guided commentary along the way.
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